Cuban Ropa Vieja Recipe
A classic Cuban dish made with shredded beef, bell peppers, and tomatoes.
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Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs Flank steak cut into large chunks
- 1 large Onion sliced
- 1 large Green bell pepper sliced
- 1 large Red bell pepper sliced
- 4 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 can Tomato sauce (15 oz)
- 1 can Diced tomatoes (15 oz)
- 1 cup Beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 2 tablespoon Olive oil
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- ¼ cup Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the flank steak and brown on all sides.
2. Remove the steak and set aside. In the same pot, add the onions, bell peppers, and garlic. Cook until softened.
3. Add the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
4. Return the steak to the pot. Cover and simmer on low heat for about 2 hours, until the meat is tender and can be shredded easily.
5. Remove the steak, shred it using two forks, and return it to the pot. Cook for another 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
6. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 60mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 4mg